AGES 5–18 · WINTER/SPRING 2027
Youth Aerial Classes in Montrose & Ridgway
Progressive aerial training. Creative movement. Unforgettable performance experiences.
Beginning through advanced students build strength, coordination, body awareness, technique, artistry and confidence on silks, lyra, sling and other aerial apparatuses.
Join us for our spring production of Peter Pan at the Montrose Pavilion. Performance information is tentative, with exact details coming by the end of February.
January 4
5–18
15 weeks
November 16
Montrose & Ridgway locations
View addresses, maps and arrival information →
Questions about placement? Email Natasha.
Free trial classes are not available for aerial. If a class is not the right fit, families may withdraw after the first class.
Winter/Spring 2027 Weekly Class Schedule
About mixed-level classes: Classes such as Aerial 1/2 and Silks 3/4 are intentionally designed to support students at different stages of development. This allows instructors to provide appropriate challenges and place students according to their experience, readiness, and individual progress.
Individual class registration links will be added when available.
About mixed-level classes: Classes such as Aerial 1/2 and Silks 3/4 are intentionally designed to support students at different stages of development. This allows instructors to provide appropriate challenges and place students according to their experience, readiness, and individual progress.
Individual class registration links will be added when available.
Monday · Ridgway
4:00–5:00 PM — Aerial 1/2 · Natasha & Anna · Ages 6–9
5:00–6:00 PM — Aerial 1/2 · Natasha & Anna · Ages 9–11
6:00–7:00 PM — Aerial 2/3 · Natasha & Anna · Ages 9–11
Tuesday · Montrose
3:45–4:45 PM — Aerial 1 · Natasha & Anna · Ages 7–9
4:45–5:45 PM — Aerial 2 · Natasha & Anna · Ages 9–11
5:45–6:45 PM — Silks 1/2 · Natasha & Elie · Ages 10+
6:45–7:15 PM — Lyra 1/2 · Natasha & Elie · Ages 10+; youth semester enrollment
7:15–8:30 PM — Silks 2/3 · Natasha & Carly · Ages 12+; instructor approval. One hour of class; the scheduled time includes setup and cleanup. Location: Agoge.
Thursday · Montrose
3:45–4:30 PM — Intro to Aerial · Natasha & Sarah · Ages 5–7
4:30–5:30 PM — Silks 1/2 · Natasha & Sarah · Ages 10+
6:30–7:00 PM — Lyra 3/4 · Natasha & Elie · Ages 10+; youth semester enrollment
7:15–8:30 PM — Silks 3/4 · Natasha & Carly · Ages 13+; instructor approval. One hour of class; the scheduled time includes setup and cleanup. Location: Agoge.
Interested in a Friday Aerial Class?
Friday classes are not currently on the winter/spring 2027 working schedule, but we may add a youth or adult class if there is enough interest. Email Natasha with the student’s age, aerial experience, and preferred class time.
Interested in a Friday Aerial Class?
Friday classes are not currently on the winter/spring 2027 working schedule, but we may add a youth or adult class if there is enough interest. Email Natasha with the student’s age, aerial experience, and preferred class time.
Age & Placement Guide
Not sure where your aerialist belongs? Ages are general guidelines; previous experience, physical readiness, skill consistency, and instructor recommendation may also affect placement.
Beginning Aerial
Intro to Aerial
Ages 5+
For brand-new beginners. Students are introduced to fundamental shapes, movement patterns, apparatus awareness, and beginning strength and coordination.
Intro to Aerial / Aerial 1
Ages 5–8
A mixed-level class for new students and young aerialists ready for the next step. Students build strength, coordination, confidence, and beginning aerial vocabulary through structured progressions and simple sequences.
Aerial 1
Ages 8–10
For students with some aerial or movement experience, or those ready to progress beyond Intro. Classes continue building foundational technique, strength, coordination, and independence.
Developing Aerialists
Aerial 1/2
Ages 7–11
A mixed-level class for students developing foundational and early intermediate skills. Instruction is adjusted to support each student’s current experience and readiness.
Aerial 2
Ages 9–11
Builds on established foundations with increased focus on technique, strength, aerial vocabulary, transitions, and skill consistency.
Aerial 2/3
Ages 9+ with Prior Experience
For experienced aerial students ready to build more complex skills, strength, sequencing, and technical consistency. Instructor approval may be required.
Silks & Lyra
Silks 1/2
Ages 10+
For students progressing from Aerial 2 or beginning focused silks training at an older age.
Silks 2/3
Ages 11+ with Prior Experience
For experienced students ready to refine technique and progress into more complex silks skills, transitions, and sequences. Instructor approval is required.
Silks 3/4
Ages 13+
Advanced silks training with increased emphasis on strength, technique, complex sequences, choreography, and performance. Instructor approval is required.
Lyra
Ages 10+
Focused training on aerial hoop, including mounts, poses, transitions, balance, strength, lines, and creative sequencing.
Need more help with placement? Review our complete level expectations and progression information, or contact us before registering.
View the Full Placement GuideWinter/Spring 2027 Youth Aerial Tuition & Fees
Pricing is per class for the 15-week winter/spring semester.
30-Minute Class
$174
45-Minute Class
$316
60-Minute Class
$348
Additional Fees
- Show Fee: $50 per semester
- Annual Registration Fee: $25 per student, paid once each year
- Aerial Leads Rehearsal Fee: $50 per semester, only if a Silks 3/4 student is cast in a role requiring rehearsals outside regular class
Example: $423 for one 60-minute class if the annual registration fee applies
This example includes 15 weeks of instruction, the $50 show fee, and the $25 annual registration fee. Registration and show fees are based on fall and are subject to confirmation.
Payment plans and need-based scholarships are available.
Learn more about scholarships.
SPRING 2027 PRODUCTION
Get Ready for Peter Pan
Show week takes place May 3–9 at the Montrose Pavilion. All performance information is tentative, and exact details will be shared by the end of February.
What to Expect During Show Week
Show Week is one of the most exciting parts of the semester. Our productions are split-cast, with dress rehearsals and performances taking place throughout the week at the Montrose Pavilion.
Please keep May 3–9, 2027 available for Show Week.
- Aerial classes participate in the spring production; performance assignments vary by class.
- Some upper-level classes may perform in multiple casts and have additional rehearsals or performances.
- Rehearsal and performance dates will be shared with families.
- Final cast assignments, rehearsal schedules, performance dates, and call times are tentative and exact details will be shared by the end of February.
Once assignments are finalized, visit the Performance Information section of the website for your student’s cast, rehearsal schedule, performance details, and call times.
Auditions for Featured Roles
Peter Pan auditions are scheduled for Sunday, January 17, 2027. Featured aerial role eligibility and audition details will be shared with families.
Helpful Information for Aerial Families
Find important dates, aerial attire and behavior expectations, performance information, instructor biographies, and other resources for the semester.
Questions about spring aerial? Contact Natasha.
Why Families Choose Weehawken Aerial
Our youth aerial program combines structured, progressive instruction with creativity, artistry, performance, and community. Students develop strength, coordination, body awareness, confidence, and aerial technique through age- and level-appropriate training.
Progressive Levels
A connected curriculum supports long-term growth from introductory aerial through advanced silks and lyra.
Informed Instruction
Our curriculum is informed by apparatus-specific teacher education through Paper Doll Militia.
Performance with Purpose
Students bring their skills and artistry to the stage in Weehawken’s fully produced, story-driven seasonal performances.
Interested in other movement opportunities? Explore our Youth Dance classes.
